Antigua's cobblestone streets and courtyard cafes lived up to the hype, but it was Guatemala's lake region, nicknamed the Lake Como of Central America, that stole my heart. How to Get to (and Around) Lake AtitlánColorful boats on a very calm Lake Atitlan with Volcano Toliman in the background. Lake Atitlán's towns are mostly boat-access-only, linked by lanchas—colorful public boats running every 20 minutes or so. Be sure to confirm you destination and the price before boarding a public boat to avoid surprise charges. Lucy Brown/Getty ImagesIf you’re up for adventure, hop on a public boat and visit nearby towns.